Dispute Resolution & Litigation
Available across Kolkata
I handle business disputes by focusing on what matters for your company, not just legal arguments, and give practical advice whether it’s court, arbitration, or regulatory forums.
Pricing Guide
Corporate Legal Opinion & Risk Assessment
Core Deliverables
- Comprehensive Legal Opinion: Detailed 15-30 page document analyzing specific regulatory or contractual queries.
- Executive Summary: 2 page "Board Ready" note summarizing risks with Green/Amber/Red tags.
- Statutory Analysis: Deep research into Acts (Companies Act, IBC, DPDP) and Supreme Court precedents.
Professional Time & Expertise
- Partner Led Strategy: Direct involvement of a Partner to frame the legal argument.
- Managing Partner Review: Final sign off mechanism for judicial scrutiny.
- Q&A Conference: One 90 minute physical or virtual walkthrough with leadership.
Support & Logistics
- Research Database Access: Utilization of premium legal databases.
- Delivery: Secure digital delivery plus 2 physical bound copies.
- Confidentiality: Strict attorney client privilege protocols for sensitive matters.
NCLT Insolvency Petition Filing
Due Diligence & Drafting
- Debt Verification: Review of invoices and loan agreements to establish undisputed debt.
- Petition Drafting: Meticulous drafting of Form 1 or Form 5 ensuring IBC compliance.
- Evidence Compilation: Creating the "Paper Book" with tabbed exhibits of financial defaults.
Filing & Listing
- Portal Management: Handling mandatory electronic filing on the NCLT portal.
- Physical Filing: Serving copies to the Corporate Debtor and IBBI.
- Defect Curing: Rectifying registry objections to ensure listing.
Initial Admission Strategy
- Admission Hearing: Partner level representation for the first critical hearing.
- IRP Strategy: Session to discuss nomination of the Interim Resolution Professional.
High Court & Tribunal Representation
Pre Hearing Preparation
- Drafting & Pleadings: Preparation of affidavits, rejoinders, or applications.
- Senior Counsel Briefing: Preparation of briefs and 1-2 strategy conferences with the Arguing Counsel.
- Case Law Research: Identifying judgments to support arguments.
Court Representation
- Physical Appearance: Attendance of 1 Partner and 1-2 Associates at High Court/NCLT/SC.
- Registry Management: Handling defect cures, filing procedures, and court masters.
Post Hearing Actions
- Order Analysis: Obtaining certified copy of the court order.
- Status Report: Immediate email update summarizing observations and next steps.
Important Exclusion
- External Fees: Senior Advocate/Counsel fees are payable directly by the client and not included here.
About Dispute Resolution & Litigation
I look at disputes as more than just court fights - for me, they’re make-or-break business risks. My approach is strategic, not just legal. I get into the nitty-gritty of your business, figure out what’s at stake, and give advice that isn’t just law-heavy but actually makes sense for your bottom line. Sometimes that means going all-in at trial, sometimes it’s about cutting smart deals.
What I Cover
You’ll find me in every major forum - Supreme Court, High Courts, Tribunals. My focus areas:
- Commercial litigation strategy for shareholder clashes, M&A messes, and white collar crime.
- Arbitration enforcement procedures for both desi and international matters.
- Insolvency resolution process, especially with NCLT/NCLAT, stressed asset deals, and liquidation.
- Construction, tech, cyber law, tax, labour - if it’s a regulatory dispute, I’ve probably handled it.
Track Record
If you’ve heard of the IL&FS insolvency, that Supreme Court win for HDFC, or the Bombay High Court succession case involving His Holiness Dr Syedna Mufaddal Saifuddin - that was me. I also got a telecom company to cough up ₹2.75 Crores for cyber negligence.
How I Work
Clients say I’m always prepared, sharp on commercial angles, and ready with answers. I’ll keep things practical, responsive, and real.
Recognition
Legal directories rate me Tier 1, “Highly Recommended”. That’s nice, but what matters is getting your dispute sorted.
Meet your Expert
Krishnava Dutt
14 connects in last 3 months
My Story
We’re Argus Partners, built from scratch across Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Kolkata. I started as a lawyer, but honestly, now I’m more about helping businesses figure out the messy stuff—what’s coming next, not just what’s written in the books. I get a kick out of talking shop with business leaders, sometimes on stage, sometimes over chai. Our team’s all about being dynamic and collaborative. That Legal Icon tag? Really, it’s the team’s win.
My Work
Full-Service Legal Expertise - We handle Corporate/M&A, Banking & Finance, Dispute Resolution, Private Equity, Tech & Media, and more.
Digital Governance Advisory - We help boards tackle new risks like open-source software compliance and generative AI legal risk.
Practical Legal Strategy - No jargon. We break down complex laws into clear, doable steps for leadership teams.
Board Risk Mitigation - We work side by side with leadership, making sure boards know their duties and stay protected.